Yunxi Liu
Yunxi’s research focuses on improving the environmental performance of commercial buildings through the selection of low-toxicity materials, particularly for wall structures. The choice of materials significantly impacts indoor air quality and occupant health, making it essential to select materials that minimize the release of harmful chemicals. Yunxi investigates how Building Information Modelling (BIM) can be optimized to integrate toxicity minimization into the material selection process, aligning it with sustainability goals and regulatory requirements. Through a combination of methods, including literature review, case studies, and data-driven modeling, Yunxi's research aims to embed environmental and health criteria within BIM, enabling architects and engineers to prioritize low-toxicity materials from the early design stages. The study also addresses the current limitations of BIM in handling detailed environmental data, particularly in dynamically updating and analyzing toxicity-related information. By enhancing existing BIM tools, Yunxi aims to develop decision support frameworks that streamline the selection of safer, more sustainable materials. This work contributes to creating healthier commercial environments and advancing sustainable building practices.
Supervisors
Dr Antony Pelosi & Fabricio Chicca